Maceuan

Scottish

"son of Ewan"

Maceuan Origin and Meaning

The name Maceuan is a boy's name.

Maceuan is a masculine name of Scottish Gaelic origin, believed to be a variant of MacEwan or MacEwen. The name consists of 'Mac,' meaning 'son of,' and 'Euan' or 'Ewen,' which derives from the Gaelic 'Eóghan,' meaning 'born of the yew tree' or 'youth.' In Celtic tradition, the yew tree symbolized immortality and regeneration. While uncommon even in Scotland, the name carries strong connections to clan heritage and Scottish identity. Maceuan offers parents seeking a rare Scottish name an option with authentic cultural roots. The distinctive pronunciation and spelling make it an uncommon choice that still connects to traditional naming patterns of the Scottish Highlands.